Looking out on the morning rain
I used to feel so uninspired
And when I knew I had to face another day
Lord, it made me feel so tired
Before the day I met you, life was so unkind
But you're the key to my peace of mind
Cause you make me feel
You make me feel
You make me feel like a natural woman
When my soul was in the lost-and-found
You came along, to claim it
I didn't know just what was wrong with me
'Till your kiss helped me name it
Now I'm no longer doubtful of what I'm living for
'Cause if I make you happy I don't need no more
Cause you make me feel
You make me feel
You make me feel like a natural woman
Oh, baby, what you've done to me?
You make me feel so good inside
And I just want to be close to you
You make me feel so alive
You make me feel
You make me feel
You make me feel like a natural woman .
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Mirando en la lluvia de la mañana
solía sentirme tan poco inspirado
Y cuando supe que tenía que enfrentar otro día Señor, me sentí tan cansado
Antes del día en que te conocí, la vida era tan desagradable,
pero tú eres la clave para mi tranquilidad.
Porque me haces sentir
Me haces sentir.
Me haces sentir como una mujer natural.
Cuando mi alma estaba en el mundo perdido,
llegaste, para reclamarlo,
no sabía exactamente qué estaba mal conmigo Hasta que tu beso me ayudó a nombrarlo.
Ahora ya no dudo de por qué vivo
porque si te hago feliz no necesito más.
Porque me haces sentir.
Me haces sentir.
Me haces sentir como una mujer natural.
Oh, bebé, ¿qué me has hecho?
Me haces sentir tan bien por dentro
Y solo quiero estar cerca de ti
Me haces sentir tan vivo .
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#ArethaFranklin#tenuedujour#lookdujour#outfitdujour#tenueoftheday#lookoftheday#hunterboots#giletdoudou#whatimwearingtoday#lookdelgiorno#outfitdelgiorno#styledujour#modeuse#lookdeldia#outfitdeldia#lookdiario#todayslook#lookdehoy#outfitdehoy#sempreallamoda#blogueusemode#bloggeralicante#lookme#wiwt#OOTD#bonjourRaquel

"Music does a lot of things for a lot of people. It's transporting, for sure. It can take you right back, years back, to the very moment certain things happened in your life. It's uplifting, it's encouraging, it's strengthening"
Awesome artist & awesome movement, RIP Aretha Franklin from early this year, looking back at the greats... #arethafranklin

Our #NextGen series would be way off game if it didn't mark out the rising icon that is @singkirbysing. The Mississippi natives vocals are the silkiest ear milk & her penmanship is unrivalled. She's been dropping singles since Oct so here's to hoping for a top of 2019 release 🙏
We're wrapping the yr recognising the #NextGen of new age soul talent doing bits with their sound. Tag an artist you love and they just might make our 2019 list of ones to watch.

Nancy Wilson with the most badass mic and vocal control I’ve ever seen. The best 20 seconds I’ve ever found on YouTube. I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again; her voice is one of my favourite things in life. This 3 min video I found on YouTube is a masterclass for any jazz singer (or dancer. Debs absolutely killing it!) Disclaimer: this video has Bill Cosby in it 😒 the shoddy filming from me is me trying to keep him out of shot. The video also includes white people clapping and dancing with as much feel and groove as a paper clip. ❤️#arethafranklin#nancywilson#aljarreau#georgebenson#nnennafreelon#debbieallen#jazz#macktheknife#soul#jazzsinger

Wishing. Hoping. Thinking & Praying. As the song goes ...
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Two people are told they’re pregnant in this passage. One has been patiently waiting, desperate but patient. The other is Mary, miraculously pregnant. Her cousin Elizabeth apparently barren also had her wishes granted because of her faith, trust and love in God.
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So many people live a life waiting and hoping and dreaming, perhaps not praying and perhaps not full of faith. It’s difficult when for many reasons it may not seem possible.
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Today after again hearing people’s stories of miscarriage, still birth and loss you do wonder and question... it’s difficult to have faith and be sure. Either way we must continue wishing, hoping and thinking of just what might be.
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Celebrating all Women Swipe left (highlights from @shonnij women are warriors artist showcase) .
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We need your help and support ! .
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Proud Woman is a production dedicated to celebrating women in history who have paved the way for all, both male and female!
This production is designed to bring all people together in honor of Women’s History month.
Not only are we celebrating women but we are celebrating our youth and giving them the opportunity to express artistic freedom in the production, as well as raise funds for them to attend various workshops and classes in the County. .
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Donate today with the link in my bio at our GoFundMe Page: Proud Woman Production.
All donations will be received through the STARS Foundation and will receive a tax write-off.
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This production is brought to you by @shonnij and @bowiearts w/ The STARS Foundation as Co-Producers.
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We are also still in search of professional artist to receive contracted pay for the Production March 8-9.
Please send headshot resume and dance reels to info@shonnijpro.com. .
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#dmv#dance#womenshistorymonth#arts#freedom#arethafranklin#pgcps#bowie#maryland#virginia#ccorp#donations#501c3#women#youth#honor#respect#dancers#arts#livemusic#artist#joy#respect#artistry#movement#dancecompanies#choreography

My friends over at @iheartradio asked me to curate a playlist and of course I was happy to oblige! The end result is the largest playlist I've ever put together, featuring a diverse collection of artists I love, including classics from @pinkfloyd and @arethasings, to some of my new favorites from the likes of @spaceykacey and @iammaggierose! Visit QueenV.com for a direct link to the playlist! Enjoy!

Confession moment: As I am sitting in the hospital, I’m starting to think. Lord knows that isn’t good for me right now yet I can’t help it. Taking care of an elderly person is hard within itself, trying to start a business that you’re passionate about that you know will make difference is busy, and maintaining a normal life with a social life is overwhelming. I am happy single because I know my worth, I’m doing things decent and in order but I can admit I feel alone and lonely at times and I sometimes wish I had someone by my side to just hold my hand and help me get through the tough times. I know God has someone for me. I just pray He sends him soon. Until then I’ll keep singing my prayer that the late and magnificent Aretha Franklin sings written by her sister Carolyn:”Gotta find me an angel
To fly away with me
Gotta find me an angel
Ooh and set me free
My heart is without a home
I don't want to be alone
I gotta find me an angel
In my life
(You'll meet him, now don't you worry)
In my life
(Keep looking and just keep cooking)
In my life
(He'll be there, now don't you worry)
In my life”
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